• Based in Marlkawo - West Arnhem Land – remote communities and outstations
• $96,357 - $104,197 + 10% super, salary packaging, 'bonus' leave & Remote area allowance
• Interstate relocation support available

About Us

Children's Ground is working to create an environment where families realise their aspirations for the next generation of children to be free from trauma and suffering, enjoy equity and safety, be able to grow into adulthood happy and healthy, and have agency over their social, cultural, political and economic life. To learn more about Children's Ground and the work we do, visit our website: https://www.childrensground.org.au

About the Job

This role will be based in Marlkawo - West Arnhem Land, working alongside our experienced First Nations educators and governance committee focused on community empowerment, our Educators are responsible for the design and implementation of an innovative and integrated approach to learning and wellbeing. Our Educators are committed to early years and primary learning that privileges First Nations culture and approaches combined with the best of Western teachings.

All Early Years Educators are expected to work within a Community Development framework and depending on the location may be working on delivering early learning as well as undertaking community engagement as part of our Walk, Talk and Act community engagement and planning phase.

About You

We are seeking a suitably Degree or recognised equivalent qualification (Ability to register with the Teacher Registration Board of the Northern Territory) and innovative Early & Primary Years Educator with a minimum of 1 year’s teaching experience to join our dynamic team. 

To be successful in this position, you will have experience organising a learning environment that suits different ages and abilities (multi- aged class) and a demonstrated understanding and commitment to the rights and interests of First Nations people. Ideally, you will be a First Nations person.

We invite you to walk with us on this unique journey…

Please apply via EthicalJobs by clicking the Apply Now button and follow the application instructions.

In line with our workforce development strategy, Children's Ground strongly encourages and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.

Applications will be shortlisted as we receive them and shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview in January 2022 after the Christmas break.

This position may be eligible for the Welcome to the Territory Incentive Program (additional interstate relocation support).

For more information, visit theterritory.com.au/incentive